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Early Childhood Special Education

School · FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

943 SW 9TH AVENUE, Forest Lake, MN 55025

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Forest Lake. Learn more

Enrollment

124

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,505 of 1,992

In Forest Lake

#10 of 14

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Early Childhood Special Education

5.2/10

School in Forest Lake · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Forest Lake Area Community School

4.9/10

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Forest View Elementary

5.3/10

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About Early Childhood Special Education

Early Childhood Special Education is a public school in Forest Lake, MN, part of FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Early Childhood Special Education serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Early Childhood Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,505 of 1,992 schools in MN.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Early Childhood Special Education is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 12 schools in Forest Lake
College Readiness3.3Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.9Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$14,282
Chronic Absenteeism3.2%

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Early Childhood Special Education Compares

See how Early Childhood Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in MN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.2%

Location

943 SW 9TH AVENUE, Forest Lake, MN 55025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Childhood Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. North Lakes Academy Upper School (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Centerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LILA Upper School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest Lake, see our Forest Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake 0.0 mi 4.9
Forest View Elementary Forest Lake 0.3 mi 5.3
FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake 0.4 mi 5.6
STEP Forest Lake 0.5 mi 4.0
North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake 0.5 mi 7.8
LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake 0.8 mi 4.4
LILA Lower School Forest Lake 0.8 mi 5.7
Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake 1.2 mi 5.8
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake 1.1 mi 5.7
North Lakes Academy Middle School Forest Lake 1.4 mi 4.5
North Lakes Academy Elementary Forest Lake 1.4 mi 6.4
Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake 1.4 mi 5.2
LILA Upper School Forest Lake 2.4 mi 7.1
Wyoming Elementary Wyoming 3.6 mi 5.6
COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Forest Lake 2.7 mi 6.8
ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hugo 6.5 mi 6.7
North Star Elementary Hugo 6.9 mi 5.7
CHISAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chisago City 6.8 mi 7.1
CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville 7.9 mi 7.7
WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo 8.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,993

Median Home Value

$385,800

Median Rent

$1,355/mo

Population

25,759

College Educated

35.8%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

39.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Early Childhood Special Education

What grades does Early Childhood Special Education serve?

Early Childhood Special Education serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Early Childhood Special Education?

Early Childhood Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

How does Early Childhood Special Education rank in MN?

Early Childhood Special Education ranks #1,505 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Early Childhood Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?

Early Childhood Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Early Childhood Special Education a charter school?

No, Early Childhood Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Early Childhood Special Education a Title I school?

No, Early Childhood Special Education is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Special Education?

29.8% of students at Early Childhood Special Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
124
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.8%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.2%

District

FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,763
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,282
District Rank
#9 of 12

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